Find coaches from Riga to Essen

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Next departures from Riga to Essen on 2 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus
    		Starptautiskā autoosta
    		Essen Hauptbahnhof FreiheitNo tags
    FlixBus
      		 Riga Airport Parking 1 (RIX)
      		Essen Hauptbahnhof FreiheitNo tags
      FlixBus
        		Starptautiskā autoosta
        		Essen Hauptbahnhof FreiheitNo tags
        FlixBus
          		 Riga Airport Parking 1 (RIX)
          		Essen Hauptbahnhof FreiheitNo tags
          FlixBus
            		Starptautiskā autoosta
            		Essen Hauptbahnhof FreiheitNo tags

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            Get from Riga to Essen

            This route is served by bus only

            The journey takes about 1 day, 7 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$101, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            5bus per day
            1d 7hAverage duration
            1256 kmDistance
            31kgCO₂ emissions

            Bus Riga to Essen: Trip Overview

            Average ticket priceUS$103
            Average bus trip duration1d 7h
            Number of daily buses5
            Earliest bus departure09:50
            Distance1256 km
            Latest bus departure22:05

            Riga to Essen Bus

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            Frequently asked questions on the trip Riga - Essen

            1. How much does a bus ticket from Riga to Essen cost?

              The bus ticket price from Riga to Essen starts at US$101. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Riga to Essen is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

            2. How long is the bus ride from Riga to Essen?

              The average travel time between Riga and Essen is around 1d 7h, although the fastest bus will take about 1d 4h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1266 km that separates the two cities.

            3. How many daily bus connections are there between Riga and Essen?

              The number of buses from Riga to Essen can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Riga to Essen by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

            4. Which bus companies travel from Riga to Essen?

              When taking the bus from Riga to Essen, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Ecolines.

            5. What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Riga to Essen?

              Buses travelling between Riga and Essen leave from Starptautiskā autoosta or Riga Airport and arrive at Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit, HBF, Essen Hbf.

            About Bus Travel

            Bus Travel Tips

            Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Riga and Essen!

            Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Riga to Essen, get comfy and count the stars.

            Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Riga to Essen.

            Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Riga to Essen, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

            Did you know?

            It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

            The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

            9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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